Sunnynook, Auckland

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602 days ago

Unbelievable - weed spraying cowboys

Karen from Totara Vale

If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes...the council weed spraying contractor actually fired the wand from within his vehicle as he drove past my house. I have CCTV so I have the footage.
He was in like a little golf cart with tanks on the back and just fired!
I'm just Gobsmacked.
So … View more
If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes...the council weed spraying contractor actually fired the wand from within his vehicle as he drove past my house. I have CCTV so I have the footage.
He was in like a little golf cart with tanks on the back and just fired!
I'm just Gobsmacked.
So here's the mighty Auckland Council who don't even think we have a right to know they're spraying us so no forewarning and trying to tell us their contractors are trained and certified and bla bla and then I see that. It was about 0830 this morning when the kids were coming to school at Target Road.
If I hadn't seen that and took my dog for a walk...you get my point.
We need to get these people under control. Never mind the weeds!

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600 days ago

Poll: Running

Jess and Scott Macdonald from Link Health and Fitness

Running, you either love it or hate it, we want to know what you think! Please seek medical advise if you have any health questions

Running
  • 17.4% Love it!
    17.4% Complete
  • 73.9% Hate it!
    73.9% Complete
  • 8.7% Want to get started but not sure how
    8.7% Complete
23 votes
600 days ago

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Graeme Dingle Foundation

When it was dark, my brothers would pick me up and we would walk the streets... I hated school and wanted to drop out early.

Then I was introduced to a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme for young people that need a boost in life. It helped me build my self-confidence and social skills.

We … View more
When it was dark, my brothers would pick me up and we would walk the streets... I hated school and wanted to drop out early.

Then I was introduced to a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme for young people that need a boost in life. It helped me build my self-confidence and social skills.

We were paired with a mentor, my mentor Tony believed in me like no one else. Because of him I stayed in school, went to university and now have a full time job.

Find out more about how the Graeme Dingle Foundation helps Kiwi kids.
Find out more

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600 days ago

Sign up for email alerts

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport

Want to know about road works in your neighbourhood?

Now that we no longer drop work notifications off in your mailbox, the best way to keep informed of planned maintenance in your area is through email alerts.

So, if you want to know about state highway maintenance that might disrupt your … View more
Want to know about road works in your neighbourhood?

Now that we no longer drop work notifications off in your mailbox, the best way to keep informed of planned maintenance in your area is through email alerts.

So, if you want to know about state highway maintenance that might disrupt your journey or increase the level of noise in your neighbourhood, sign up now.
Find out more

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601 days ago

5 SLEEPS TO GO - WHY YOU SHOULD PLAY WITH US

Rita from Conscious Kids New Zealand

* REASON 5 # WE LEARN NEW SKILLS *
Unstructured Play in Nature is the best way for children to develop their physical skills, as it provides them with a variety of opportunities to move their bodies and engage in physical activity. By engaging in outdoor play regularly, children can build their … View more
* REASON 5 # WE LEARN NEW SKILLS *
Unstructured Play in Nature is the best way for children to develop their physical skills, as it provides them with a variety of opportunities to move their bodies and engage in physical activity. By engaging in outdoor play regularly, children can build their strength, endurance, balance, coordination, and overall physical well-being.

- Balance and coordination: Nature offers many different surfaces and terrain, such as rocks, logs, and hills, which can challenge children's balance and coordination as they navigate their way through these obstacles.

- Strength and endurance: Climbing trees, hiking through trails, and other outdoor activities can help children build their strength and endurance, which can improve their overall fitness and well-being.
Gross motor skills: Running, jumping, throwing, and other physical activities that are common in outdoor play can help children develop their gross motor skills, which are essential for movement and physical activity.

- Fine motor skills: Even simple activities like picking up stones, twigs, and leaves can help develop children's fine motor skills, as they use their fingers and hands to manipulate objects and explore their environment.

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601 days ago

Where to go this Easter weekend – while staying away from the west

The Team from Auckland Council

Looking for a park to explore this long weekend, but not sure what is open or closed?
Check our recommendations by clicking on 'Read More'.

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604 days ago

Do you know any 'Boomerang Babies'?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In previous generations, children left home at 18 years old and became independent. Now with student debt and the increasing cost of renting and buying a house, we are seeing the rise of the 'Boomerang babies' who stay or move back home for well into their 20's. Is this good for our … View moreIn previous generations, children left home at 18 years old and became independent. Now with student debt and the increasing cost of renting and buying a house, we are seeing the rise of the 'Boomerang babies' who stay or move back home for well into their 20's. Is this good for our communities and have you noticed it in yours?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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601 days ago

Grab an epic broadband and power deal!

The Team from NZ Compare

The NZ Compare Easter Bunny has been busy delivering some epic deals on BROADBAND and POWER!

No chocolate in sight, these treats are better! How about unlimited broadband starting from $62/m with 6 months FREE Prime Video PLUS a chance to WIN 1 of 6 $300 Prezzy Cards with 2degrees? Maybe … View more
The NZ Compare Easter Bunny has been busy delivering some epic deals on BROADBAND and POWER!

No chocolate in sight, these treats are better! How about unlimited broadband starting from $62/m with 6 months FREE Prime Video PLUS a chance to WIN 1 of 6 $300 Prezzy Cards with 2degrees? Maybe you’d like to bundle and get your first 2 months of broadband FREE with Electric Kiwi! Or sink your teeth into a $100 welcome credit with Flick.

There is more so hop to it Neighbours before they go!
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602 days ago

3.5 seater couch

Barbara from Mairangi Bay

Most comfortable couch ever made. Dark beige suede type fabric. In very good condition. Was previously at our beach house was originally an expensive purchase. Was originally scotch guarded
2.2mtrs long. 800 height from floor to top of seat
Seat length 560
A good comfy but

Price: $250

602 days ago

Easter collection dates

The Team from Auckland Council

Remember rubbish, recycling and food scraps collection times may change due to public holidays. Check your collection dates by clicking on 'Read More'.

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602 days ago

❤ Gotta Love This Place ❤

Gabrielle Elborough from

East Coast Bays and the North Shore
Call me if you are looking to buy a home in the East Coast Bays
Gabrielle Elborough

❤ Gotta Love This Place ❤
Mairangi Bay
Campbells Bay
Castor Bay
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East Coast Bays and the North Shore
Call me if you are looking to buy a home in the East Coast Bays
Gabrielle Elborough

❤ Gotta Love This Place ❤
Mairangi Bay
Campbells Bay
Castor Bay
Milford
Murrays Bay
Rothesay Bay
Browns Bay
Torbay
Long Bay
Takapuna

602 days ago

Create a masterpiece

Clint from Mairangi Bay

Be creative during the school holidays! A wide range of art & craft workshops are available for online booking including painting, clay, soap making & more: tinyurl.com...

602 days ago

Learn more about your garden ecology

Jenny from

Ever wanted to know more about the ecology of your garden? Or even just what some of the plants are?

We live in the midst of thousands of species of plants, and that's just the ones that are big enough to see!

Many are frequently mistaken for other, better-known species. "Dark … View more
Ever wanted to know more about the ecology of your garden? Or even just what some of the plants are?

We live in the midst of thousands of species of plants, and that's just the ones that are big enough to see!

Many are frequently mistaken for other, better-known species. "Dark nightshade" and "American nightshade" are both native to NZ and a valuable part of sunlit forest margin revegetation, attracting honeybees. Both these native species are usually mistaken for the common weed "Black nightshade", which itself is often mistakenly referred to as "Deadly nightshade", causing needless worry.

Once recognised, native grasses, sedges and mosses that emerge wild in our gardens can be nurtured to form a beautiful self-maintaining ground cover, keeping out the true weeds. This is especially effective between tiles and in cracked paving.
Near streams or runoff channels, conserving these wild plants is often the fastest and cheapest way to prevent erosion and improving water quality, as is well-recognised in stormwater policies.

Weed tree seedlings can be identified at 2cm high and uprooted in a second, rather than growing up to become troublesome and expensive pest plants, taking over the garden, some even needing to be felled by arborists. Brush wattles can grow to several metres high in a very few years.

Moth plant seedlings quickly become deep-rooted vines with toxic sap, invisibly sneaking behind and through shrubbery, hedges, trees and fences until removal becomes a big job.

As part of restoring local gardens, forests, streams and wetlands, we have learned to use the scientific plant identification process and the "Citizen Science" community to identify any plants, and many insects, we don't recognise.

We recognise the challenges faced by busy homeowners trying to manage weeds in the soil conditions commonly encountered in North Shore neighbourhoods.

In a one-hour visit we will identify your native and weed plants, assess your soil quality and weed control strategies, and offer new, chemical-free solutions if needed.

602 days ago

Looking For Something Special For Your Sleep?

Beds 4 U

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Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!
- 60-Night's Comfort Guarantee
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- 19 stores across North … View more
Here’s a sweet Easter treat. Shop our Mega Easter Bed Sale now to save up to 60% off on NZ made Beds & Mattresses with Free Local Delivery*

Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!
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603 days ago

Easter at Red Cross Wairau Park

The Team from Red Cross Shop Wairau Park

Happy Easter everyone!
Red Cross invites you to come this Easter weekend!🐣
Our hours are as followed

Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9am-5pm
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10am-4pm… View more
Happy Easter everyone!
Red Cross invites you to come this Easter weekend!🐣
Our hours are as followed

Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9am-5pm
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10am-4pm

We look forward to seeing you!

Unit M/18 Link Drive Wairau Park

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